The staff member outside stared wide-eyed. He still remembered Tao Zhizhi and Fu Jue's similarly beautiful faces, and his tone was filled with shock:

"You guys? So fast?!"

"Only one hour, and the record has been broken!"

Tao Zhizhi checked her phone and saw that only an hour had passed. The escape room wasn't scary at all. She asked curiously:

"How long does it usually take to complete this escape room?"

"It takes about two hours, but some people with a weaker constitution might need four hours."

The staff realized what was happening, took out gifts from the rest area, and handed them to them:

"This is a record-breaking reward. The doll is our escape room's mascot, and it's a gift for you."

Tao Zhizhi looked at the doll in her hand, which was the same style as Fu Jue's. It was a little rabbit wearing detective glasses and a hat, with a wise expression. It seemed to have a skeleton in its ears, so it could be manipulated at will.

Fu Jue clutched the doll tightly. Although as the president of Tianyi Group he could have as many dolls as he wanted, this was a souvenir of their first trip together.

The two held hands tightly from the moment they entered the secret room until Tao Zhizhi realized that his large hand was still holding hers when she tried to play with the rabbit ears.

She pulled it out shyly, not daring to look at Fu Jue.

Fu Jue felt the soft, smooth hand leave his palm, and he rubbed his fingertips, as if trying to regain her warmth.

The two left the secret room and wandered around the amusement park. Tao Zhizhi accompanied Fu Jue to ride the thrill rides again.

Fu Jue's eyes held the same excitement and exhilaration as Tao Zhizhi's, as if he had discovered her hobby again.

Make a mental note: [I enjoy things that are challenging.]

The two had a meal at the theme restaurant in the amusement park and played until dusk, their faces filled with satisfied pleasure.

Tao Zhizhi only realized today that his seemingly aloof and serious demeanor was all an act. He was just like her, not only enjoying thrilling activities but also laughing a lot. In addition, he loved to childishly tease her.

As the sun gradually set, a vast expanse of fiery clouds filled the sky. The two people sitting on the Ferris wheel at that moment, as their seats slowly rose, took in all the beautiful scenery in the sky, feeling satisfied and content.

Tao Zhizhi turned her head, and Fu Jue's face was glowing in the afterglow of the sunset, making even the fine hairs on his face clearly visible. He suddenly turned back, and the two looked at each other.

Fu Jue's phoenix eyes curved slightly. A breeze blew in through the open window, ruffling their hair. His gaze was filled with tenderness, and a satisfied smile graced his face, as if his words could reach into her heart.

Tao Zhizhi was stunned. By the time they reached the highest point of the Ferris wheel, the two had been staring at each other for an unknown amount of time.

She thought: She liked him.

Fu Jue took advantage of his good looks, wishing he could find a better angle and get even closer to ensure he could attract her completely.

He thought: So cute, I want to kiss her!

——

downstairs from Tao Zhizhi's house

Did you have fun today?

Tao Zhizhi nodded: "And you?"

Fu Jue replied without hesitation, "Very good."

Tao Zhizhi rarely goes out with men, but today, perhaps because Fu Jue is with her, she seems happier than last time.

"Gift."

Tao Zhizhi blinked at him, somewhat taken aback:

"This is?"

Fu Jue handed over the several gift bags he was carrying:

"I said I would bring Zhizhi a gift when I came back."

Tao Zhizhi was about to refuse when Fu Jue's aggrieved words cut her off:

"Zhizhi, it was wrong of me to leave for so many days. Can't you accept this small token of my appreciation?"

Tao Zhizhi felt a little soft-hearted when she saw the aggrieved expression on his handsome face.

She took the bag: "Okay, I'll take it. I'll definitely deduct it from my salary next time."

Tao Zhizhi raised her eyebrows and looked at him with an affirmative gaze.

"Okay, thank you for your understanding, Zhizhi. I promise to let you know in advance next time."

Tao Zhizhi adopted the demeanor of a good boss and cleared her throat:

"Alright then, since I'm beautiful and kind-hearted, Xiao Fu, keep up the good work and contribute to our little shop's success!"

Looking at her charming and adorable appearance, Fu Jue couldn't help but go forward and hug her.

Tao Zhizhi was stunned by his sudden hug. The fresh lemon scent emanating from Fu Jue wafted over her, and she suddenly stopped thinking, frozen in place.

Fu Jue gently rested his head on her shoulder, restraining himself to only hug her for a few seconds before letting go.

Fu Jue touched the tip of his nose guiltily:

"I'm sorry for the offense."

His expression showed no sign of offense; in fact, it looked as if he was about to burst out laughing.

"No, it's okay."

Tao Zhizhi only realized what was happening after she had been stunned for a moment, and the heat source had already left her body.

She felt a little embarrassed, and for some reason, she went up and hugged him.

"good evening!"

After saying that, she turned and went upstairs as if fleeing, without looking back at him once more.

Fu Jue was taken aback, completely unexpected that Tao Zhizhi would be so bold, and a sweet feeling welled up in his heart.

Smiling happily, I gently said in the direction she left, "Zhizhi, goodnight."

Tao Zhizhi returned to her room and gave herself a thumbs up for hugging back, feeling as if she had won back her friend.

But the lingering blush revealed her immense excitement at that moment.

When Fu Jue returned home, Lin Jiao looked at his smug smile and twitched her lips. She remembered that Fu Jue had been so smug back in his student days.

She remembered that Fu Linyue had mentioned in bed that Fu Jue liked girls, and it seemed that he was going on a date today.

When Fu Linyue got home, he complained to her about his good-for-nothing son, looking aggrieved.

——

"Host~"

One hundred million is always a distraction. Just now, Tao Zhizhi sent her a task after she was happy.

[Task 4: Create three new dishes, change the menu at the shop, and sell at least 2,000 servings of each dish over ten days.]

Tao Zhizhi is currently in a state of excitement. Despite being challenged by the offer of 100 million, she is not angry at all and instead accepts the task in a good mood.

While I was still unable to sleep, I worked until 3 a.m. to learn how to make the new dish.

The result was that I got two huge dark circles under my eyes again the next day.

Warm Food Shop

When Fu Jue arrived, he saw Tao Zhizhi dozing off in her seat, so he went over to check on her for a while.

He bent down and pinched her nose with his hand. Seeing that she suddenly woke up, he guiltily withdrew his mischievous fingers.

"Cough cough—you're awake."

Although Fu Jue had done something wrong, he showed no shame whatsoever; instead, he stared straight at her.

"Zhizhi, didn't you sleep last night?"

Tao Zhizhi knew he was touching her inappropriately again, but she wasn't angry. She couldn't stay angry just by looking at his face.

"Yeah, I didn't sleep much, I was experimenting with new dishes."

Fu Jue subconsciously looked at the blackboard and saw that Su Bai had erased the images of camphor tea duck, scallop and winter melon balls, and shredded beef.

There were three blanks left to fill in. Tao Zhizhi came to her senses and walked to the front of the blackboard.